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How Common Are Medical Errors?

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Medical errors happen each year and can lead to patient harm that ranges from mild to severe. There are several different types of medical errors that can happen during examinations, medical procedures, surgeries, prescriptions, and treatments. You may not have to pay for the damages if negligence was involved. Reach out to a Wilmington medical malpractice attorney to learn more. RATE OF MEDICAL ERRORS In the United States, the rate of medical errors was so high, that they were considered the third-highest cause of death in 2016 with around 250,000 reported deaths a year. A medical error may or may not always...

16 May

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What Neurological Disorders Are Covered by Disability Benefits?

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What Neurological Disorders Are Covered by Disability Benefits?

Neurological disorders can create drastic changes in a person’s life. In some cases, the changes can be so drastic that the person is no longer able to work. This can make keeping up with medical expenses and other bills nearly impossible. However, you may not have to struggle financially if you qualify for disability benefits. Talk to a Wilmington disability lawyer today to figure out whether you could be eligible. DISABILITY BENEFITS FOR NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS There is a multitude of neurological disorders out there, but the Social Security Administration (SSA) only covers a subset of them. When it comes to neurological disorder...

09 May

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Physician Liability for Medication Errors

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Physician Liability for Medication Errors

Medication errors can lead to harmful and sometimes life-threatening effects. Whether the wrong dosage or medication was filled, the effects can often be serious. When you suffer serious side effects of a medication, you might be wondering who to sue. All you have to do is explain your situation to a Wilmington medical malpractice lawyer who can help you figure out who is at fault. WHEN IS A PHYSICIAN LIABLE FOR MEDICATION ERRORS? The hard part about medication errors is determining who caused the medication error. Medications go through a multi-step process starting with an evaluation by the doctor concerning which medication...

02 May

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How to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit After a Trucking Accident

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How to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit After a Trucking Accident

Large truck accidents often lead to life-threatening injuries and, in some cases, tragic losses. You might be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the truck driver who caused the passing of your loved one. This requires collecting evidence of the truck accident and the wrongful death. You do not have to do this alone. Talk to a Wilmington wrongful death attorney for advice. COLLECT EVIDENCE OF THE TRUCK ACCIDENT Start by collecting as much car accident evidence as possible. This is vital for proving the truck driver caused the accident and connecting this to your loved one’s passing. Avoid common...

25 April

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What Are the Eligibility Criteria for Disability Benefits?

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What Are the Eligibility Criteria for Disability Benefits?

Not everyone with a disability can qualify for disability benefits. Finding out the requirements for disability benefits can save you a lot of time and effort. Knowing the basic eligibility criteria can also help you prepare better for your disability benefits application. You do not have to go through the tedious application process alone. Consider hiring a Wilmington disability attorney who can make this easier. WHO QUALIFIES FOR DISABILITY BENEFITS? People with severe long-term disabilities are those who are most likely to qualify for disability benefits. This is because the disability benefits eligibility criteria are strict. Not everyone can qualify for benefits...

18 April

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Signs of Your Loved One is Suffering Nursing Home Neglect

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Signs of Your Loved One is Suffering Nursing Home Neglect

Learning that your loved one has been severely neglected can be disheartening. Some people feel like they have no control over the situation. You may not have to let the abuse continue if you recognize signs of neglect. Then you can take steps toward filing a lawsuit to end the abuse. All you have to do is talk to a Wilmington nursing home abuse attorney about what steps this requires. WHAT COUNTS AS NURSING HOME NEGLECT? Federal laws define nursing home neglect as the failure to provide services needed to prevent harm to an elderly person. This includes either physical or mental...

11 April

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How to Apply for Disability Benefits with a Spinal Cord Injury

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How to Apply for Disability Benefits with a Spinal Cord Injury

Suffering a spinal cord injury is often a major life-changing event. Not everyone is able to recover lost functioning and many people find themselves constrained to a wheelchair for life. A common concern is not being able to work to earn a basic income due to these major limitations. Consider discussing your options for disability benefits with a Wilmington disability attorney today. ASSESS SPINAL CORD INJURY IMPAIRMENTS Assessing the impairments caused by your spinal cord injury is vital for filing a strong disability claim. The more impairments you have, the greater your chances of becoming eligible for disability benefits. Some of the...

04 April

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When to File an Opioid Prescription Malpractice Claim

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When to File an Opioid Prescription Malpractice Claim

Not everyone thinks they will become dependent on medications prescribed by their doctor, but this can happen to anyone. Thousands of patients each year are finding themselves dependent on opioids or overdosing on opioids. A variety of physician errors in judgment and practice can lead to this. If you suspect your doctor was negligent, consider talking to a Wilmington medical malpractice lawyer about your situation. HOW OPIOID MISUSE HAPPENS Opioids are supposed to be prescribed for severe cases of chronic and debilitating pain. However, the over-prescription of opioids can lead to opioid dependence, a condition where the person cannot stop using opioids....

28 March

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What If My Disability Claim Was Denied?

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Not everyone realizes how common it is for disability claims to be denied. You do not have to let this stop you from pursuing disability benefits. There are several levels of appeal you can go through to change the initial rejection of benefits. Working with a dedicated Wilmington disability attorney can increase your chances of receiving the disability benefits you need. Do not hesitate to reach out for assistance. TOP REASONS FOR DISABILITY CLAIM REJECTION Disability claims can be rejected for minor reasons, many of which can be easily corrected. Other reasons may not be fixable, depending on the circumstances. Some of...

21 March

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How to Know You Are a Victim of Medical Malpractice

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How to Know You Are a Victim of Medical Malpractice

Some people are harmed by medical malpractice without even realizing it. Becoming familiar with what counts as malpractice and common examples of malpractice might help you increase your wariness of medical errors. You may have suffered harm from malpractice if your condition worsened or failed to improve. Talk to a Wilmington medical malpractice attorney to find out more. TYPES OF MEDICAL MALPRACTICE There are several types of medical malpractice to look out for. Increasing your awareness of these might increase your chances of detecting malpractice when this happens to you. The most common types of malpractice can be broken down into: Surgical...